Young Eagles
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Cri Cri Build Project
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Sling 2 Build Project
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Ray Aviation Scholarship
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YOUTH AIRCRAFT BUILD PROGRAM
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The Youth Aircraft Build Program is a youth initiative supported by EAA Chapter 663, based out of Livermore Airport, California. Our aim is to create an inclusive future for aviation and make it more accessible by providing youth with an aircraft build/restoration experience and support their interests in aviation. We have teamed up with experienced mentors, pilots and aircraft technicians to create a hands-on program that allows students (ages 12 - 17) to acquire the technical knowledge to build, maintain and fly an aircraft. The skills students develop in our program reach beyond the realm of aviation and can be carried with them for the rest of their lives. Students will learn about engineering, problem solving, critical thinking, safety standards, project management, collaboration, design and more.
The program program is made up of two kit aircraft. The first is a Cri Cri airplane. It is considered the smallest single seat, aerobatic, multiengine airplane in the world. It is a materials only kit requiring significant blueprint interpretation, parts manufacturing and metal/composite construction. Our older students enjoy the engineering challenges it offers. They have designed the aircraft to fly on four electric motors with full battery operational control. Our second kit plane is the Sling 2. All aluminum airframe, two seat, single engine sport aircraft. It is considered an “advanced” kit with all structural parts provided, having been manufactured by state-of-the-art CNC machinery. This aircraft, when built, will provide excellent training opportunities for our youth as well as a very efficient cross-country airplane. Any students interested in joining our Sling 2 build project please contact us at [email protected]
Build Program Information and Application
aircraft_build_program_2025.1.pdf 
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The EAA Chapter 663 Young Aviators program is inspiring the next generation of pilots and aviation enthusiasts. With your help, we can provide these young minds with the tools and knowledge they need to soar!
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your tax-deductible donation will help us purchase aircraft materials offer scholarships for flight training.
Together, we can help these young aviators take flight and reach for the skies!
Thank you for your support!
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your tax-deductible donation will help us purchase aircraft materials offer scholarships for flight training.
Together, we can help these young aviators take flight and reach for the skies!
Thank you for your support!
Young Aviators mission statement
